Israel–Hamas War

UN + Save the Children: Gaza deadliest place for children.

Years
2023-present
Country
Gaza
Capital City
Ramallah
Conflict Locations
Gaza City
Children Affected
~15000 children killed
Sources

UNICEF’s statement: “Unimaginable horrors: more than 50, 000 children reportedly killed or injured in the Gaza Strip” — 27 May 2025.

Forced Displacement of Gaza Strip Residents

Forced Displacement of Gaza Strip Residents. Source: Jaber Jehad Badwan

By late 2023, Gaza became the deadliest place in the world for children: ~15,000 killed, 80% of schools destroyed, widespread starvation and disease risk.